Apache NetBeans AlternativesTop IDEs & Code Editors like Apache NetBeans

Apache NetBeans is described as 'A free, open-source Integrated Development Environment for software developers. You get all the tools you need to create professional desktop, enterprise, web, and mobile applications with the Java language, C/C++, and even dynamic languages such as PHP, JavaScript, Groovy, and' and is a leading IDE in the development category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Apache NetBeans for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Android and Web-based apps. The best Apache NetBeans alternative is Visual Studio Code, which is free. Other great apps like Apache NetBeans are VSCodium, Eclipse, Microsoft Visual Studio and IntelliJ IDEA.

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  1. Visual Studio Code icon

    Visual Studio Code

     1368 likes
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    Free and extensible code editor with built-in Git support, smart IntelliSense, integrated debugger, 30,000+ extensions, works offline, supports markdown and syntax highlighting for numerous languages.

    200 Visual Studio Code alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    • Snapcraft
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    Comments about Visual Studio Code as an Alternative to Apache NetBeans
    Guest
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    Visual Studio Code has nothing similar to projects. It simply opens folders and files. If you have to deal with many projects, some of which have staging and live environment, things became messy very fast

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Basic isnt the same as Java?!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think Visual Studio Code is a great Apache NetBeans alternative, some don't.

    • Visual Studio Code is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Apache NetBeans.

    • Visual Studio Code is the most popular free alternative to Apache NetBeans.

    • Visual Studio Code is Free and ProprietaryApache NetBeans is Free and Open Source
    • Visual Studio Code is CustomizableApache NetBeans is not according to our users
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    VSCodium

     391 likes
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    This repository contains a build file to generate FLOSS release binaries of Microsoft's Visual Studio Code - Open Source ("Code - OSS") project, the open source core of the proprietary Visual Studio Code.

    194 VSCodium alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Electron
    • Snapcraft
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
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    • VSCodium is the most popular Open Source alternative to Apache NetBeans.

    • VSCodium is Free and Open SourceApache NetBeans is also Free and Open Source
    • VSCodium is Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightApache NetBeans is not according to our users
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    Eclipse

     1146 likes
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    Eclipse is an extensible development platform with runtimes and application frameworks for building, deploying and managing software across the entire software lifecycle. Many people know Eclipse as a Java IDE, but it is much more than that- Eclipse actually consists of over 60...

    146 Eclipse alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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    Comments about Eclipse as an Alternative to Apache NetBeans
    Guest
    Positive
    3

    It almost a head to head comparison, the only difference is the paradigm and methodologies used to attain the same goals

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    jrmclaughlin
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    0

    Support for Keyboard Shortcuts, Eclipse MarketPlace, SCM Integration, CheckStyle Integration, Autocomplete

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -2

    Netbeans is Developed from eclipse

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Eclipse is a great Apache NetBeans alternative.

    • Eclipse is Free and Open SourceApache NetBeans is also Free and Open Source
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  6. Microsoft Visual Studio icon

    Microsoft Visual Studio

     948 likes
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    Microsoft Visual Studio is an integrated development environment (IDE) for building diverse digital solutions. It supports over 36 programming languages, includes a code editor with IntelliSense, a debugger, and designers for GUI, web, and databases. The Community edition is free and integrates with GitHub Copilot.

    108 Microsoft Visual Studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • .NET Framework
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    Comments about Microsoft Visual Studio as an Alternative to Apache NetBeans
    NikosKeyz
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    VS is oriented for C, C++ and C# not Java, which is the prime target of netbeans

    Guest
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    NetBeans is an IDE for Java, Microsoft Visual Studio is not.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think Microsoft Visual Studio is a great Apache NetBeans alternative, some don't.

    • Microsoft Visual Studio is Free Personal and ProprietaryApache NetBeans is Free and Open Source
  7. IntelliJ IDEA icon

    IntelliJ IDEA

     439 likes
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    IntelliJ IDEA is the JetBrains IDE for pro development in Java and Kotlin. Built for your comfort, it unlocks productivity, ensures quality code, supports cutting-edge tech, and protects your privacy.

    58 IntelliJ IDEA alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    IntelliJ IDEA interface overview: the Project tool window (left) outlines the code structure and the Editor (right) is used to read, write, and explore the source code.
     
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    Comments about IntelliJ IDEA as an Alternative to Apache NetBeans
    mohsenr7596
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    Good code Copmlection like inellisense and very user-friendly.

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    • Almost everyone thinks IntelliJ IDEA is a great Apache NetBeans alternative.

    • IntelliJ IDEA is Freemium and Open SourceApache NetBeans is Free and Open Source
    • IntelliJ IDEA is Privacy focusedApache NetBeans is not according to our users
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    Zed Editor

     101 likes
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    Blazing fast code editor offering real-time multi-user collaboration, language-aware syntax highlighting, integrated terminal, multi-buffers for tab-free editing, built-in Vim mode, searchable outline, AI coding assistance, advanced keyboard commands, and cross-platform support.

    85 Zed Editor alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    PyCharm

     296 likes
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    Cross-platform IDE for Python and Django with refactoring capabilities, code completion, VCS integration, deployment, issue tracking, remote debugging, and Community Edition, though lacking database support and web technologies.

    56 PyCharm alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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    Comments about PyCharm as an Alternative to Apache NetBeans
    Errepunto
    Negative
    0

    PyCharm is a Python oriented IDE, Netbeans is a Java oriented IDE.

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    • PyCharm is Freemium and Open SourceApache NetBeans is Free and Open Source
    • PyCharm is Lightweight and Privacy focusedApache NetBeans is not according to our users
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    PhpStorm

     258 likes
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    Enjoy productive PHP and web development with PhpStorm. Take advantage of deep code understanding, top-notch coding assistance, and support for all major tools and frameworks.

    42 PhpStorm alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Comments about PhpStorm as an Alternative to Apache NetBeans
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    I worked with NetBeans for a couple of years and always loved it, but for professional users the yearly fee is well spent: Nicer interface, better Code Intelligence, more options to fine tune what happens on saving a file (eg. saving or uploading to various locations). You get a couple of feature update each year plus bugfixes, whereas NetBeans is sometimes very slow to update things (support for new version of a language) or to fix known bugs.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think PhpStorm is a great Apache NetBeans alternative.

    • PhpStorm is the most popular commercial alternative to Apache NetBeans.

    • PhpStorm is Paid and ProprietaryApache NetBeans is Free and Open Source
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    Code::Blocks

     255 likes
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    Code::Blocks is a free C++ IDE built to meet the most demanding needs of its users. It is designed to be very extensible and fully configurable.

    60 Code::Blocks alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Windows
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    • BSD
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    WebStorm

     134 likes
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    JetBrains WebStorm is a commercial IDE for JavaScript, CSS & HTML built on JetBrains' IntelliJ IDEA platform.

    54 WebStorm alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Comments about WebStorm as an Alternative to Apache NetBeans
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    Positive
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    it has a lot of simpular functions

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • WebStorm is Free Personal and ProprietaryApache NetBeans is Free and Open Source
  14. Qt Creator icon

    Qt Creator

     112 likes
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    Qt Creator is a cross-platform integrated development environment (IDE) built for the maximum developer experience. Qt Creator runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS desktop operating systems and allows developers to create software across desktop, mobile, and embedded platforms.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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    Aptana Studio

     333 likes
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    Aptana Studio is a complete web development environment that combines powerful authoring tools with a collection of online hosting and collaboration services that help you and your team do more. Includes support for PHP, CSS, FTP, and more...

    122 Aptana Studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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